WE'RE just two sleeps away.

Anticipation is building ahead of a HUGE first week of finals.

The action kicks off on Thursday night when Brisbane hosts Richmond in an elimination final at the Gabba.

On Friday night, a high-flying Sydney travels to the MCG for a monster qualifying final clash against reigning premier Melbourne.

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Saturday's action features a twilight fixture between minor premier Geelong and a red-hot Collingwood at a sold-out MCG, followed by another massive elimination final with Fremantle hosting the Western Bulldogs at Optus Stadium.

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